Black Ops 7 may not have officially launched in your region, but you can jump the queue and play right now by utilizing the popular New Zealand trick.
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 releases worldwide on November 14, but, unlike previous years, there is no official early access for the campaign. However, there are some ways that you can still jump in early.
If you’re desperate to dive into Black Ops 7 immediately and don’t want to wait until the official launch in your region, we’ve got all the details on how to use the New Zealand trick.
How to Play Black Ops 7 Early on Xbox Using New Zealand Trick
Xbox players have the easiest process for diving into Black Ops 7 early using the New Zealand trick, as it only requires a few settings to be tweaked.
Many Xbox players will be well accustomed to the method of jumping in early using the New Zealand trick, as it’s useable for any title with a staggered global release, and we’ve outlined the precise steps below.
- Launch your Xbox.
- Open the Settings menu.
- Select ‘System’.
- Set your location to New Zealand.
- Restart your console.
How to Play Black Ops 7 Early on PlayStation Using New Zealand Trick
Although the New Zealand trick is available on PlayStation for Black Ops 7, the process is more complicated, and potentially more expensive than on Xbox.
Accessing Black Ops 7 early with the New Zealand trick on PlayStation requires purchasing the game on a separate account, so it isn’t a viable option if you have already purchased the game.
Here’s a breakdown of the precise steps.
- Create a new PlayStation account with a different email address.
- Select New Zealand as your country.
- Purchase Black Ops 7 on the new account.
Beware, some saved progress may be lost when you start playing on your main account after the full release, although the majority of data should be stored in the cloud with your Activision account.
Does The New Zealand Trick For Black Ops 7 Work on PC?
No, the New Zealand trick cannot be utilized by PC players to access Black Ops 7 early, as there are differences in the release time.
While the console release is staggered, the PC release on platforms like Steam is a global release and unlocks for all players worldwide simultaneously. For some, this means a longer wait on November 14 until you can play, while players in some regions may be able to dive in from November 13.
This does mean you’ll be playing catch-up in multiplayer modes with console players for unlocks, so it might be worth considering turning crossplay off until you have your custom loadouts set up.
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For more Black Ops 7, check out how to unlock all Achievements and Trophies, and take a look at all the level unlocks.
So pretty much, just do this on Xbox. Where you most likely got the game on Game Pass, and they are totally used to players taking a trip to New Zealand for new titles. I have been doing this for years